Two people charged for hunting with dogs after police investigation
Two people have been charged by police for hunting wildlife with dogs in Renfrewshire.
Police confirmed a 50-year-old woman and a 70-year-old man have been charged with wildlife offences under the Hunting with Dogs (Scotland) Act 2023 following an investigation.
The incident happened in the Houston area on January 4.
A report will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
Constable Michelle Williams said: 'We will continue to tackle wildlife crime and offences under the Hunting with Dogs legislation by working in partnership with a number of organisations.
'I would urge anyone with concerns about criminality involving wildlife to contact Police Scotland on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.'
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